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Origins of the Ormroyd surname

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We have a total number of 94 records for people with the last name Ormroyd.

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Where do most Ormroyds live?

In 1921, most Ormroyds lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Ormroyds

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You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 87 records for the Ormroyd surname. The oldest one dates back to 1920.

Who were Ormroyds most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Ormroyd first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Ormroyds

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Ormroyds in 1921
Weaver

3

Home

2

Worsted Mill

2

At Home

1

Cloth Filler

1

Common Male occupations for Ormroyds in 1921
Plasterer

3

General Labourer

2

Agr Lab

1

Cloth Dresser

1

Coal Miner

1

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